I will unfortunately not be able to participate these next 10-14 days as I found out this morning, that the patriarch of the Orthodox church in Egypt passed away this morning. The man that ordained my father a priest. These are hard days, but I will miss you guys while Im gone. As a result I will be in Egypt for support for my father, and for all of our relatives who are in a state of panic now.

I will unfortunately not be able to participate these next 10-14 days as I found out this morning, that the patriarch of the Orthodox church in Egypt passed away this morning. The man that ordained my father a priest. These are hard days, but I will miss you guys while Im gone. As a result I will be in Egypt for support for my father, and for all of our relatives who are in a state of panic now.

I will unfortunately not be able to participate these next 10-14 days as I found out this morning, that the patriarch of the Orthodox church in Egypt passed away this morning. The man that ordained my father a priest. These are hard days, but I will miss you guys while Im gone. As a result I will be in Egypt for support for my father, and for all of our relatives who are in a state of panic now.

I will be back on soon hopefully. Wish me luck laker fans.

I'm sorry for your loss and the distress of your family.
Have a very safe trip......do not try to break up any conflicts this time

I'm sorry for your loss and the distress of your family.
Have a very safe trip......do not try to break up any conflicts this time

Thank you for your kind words DK. I will try not to. :)

President Obama Released a statement on His Holiness Pope Shenouda III today.

Quote:

Originally Posted by President Obama

Michelle and I are saddened to learn of the passing of Coptic Christian Pope Shenouda III, a beloved leader of Egypt’s Coptic Christians and an advocate for tolerance and religious dialogue. We stand alongside Coptic Christians and Egyptians as they honor his contributions in support of peace and cooperation.

We will remember Pope Shenouda III as a man of deep faith, a leader of a great faith, and an advocate for unity and reconciliation. His commitment to Egypt’s national unity is also a testament to what can be accomplished when people of all religions and creeds work together. On behalf of the American people, we extend our thoughts and prayers to Coptic Christians, Egyptians, and all those who mourn Pope Shenouda III today.

This wasn't just anyone that was dying. He was a big inspiration with his quest for peace among the muslims and christians in Egypt. He accomplished many great things.